What Is Male Menopause?

Menopause refers to a specific period in which men transition from middle age to old age. It is a transition period based on changes in male hormone levels, biochemical environment, and mental state from prosperity to decline. If the process of change is too intense, it will adversely affect the function of multiple organ systems and reduce the quality of life. It will show certain physical and mental abnormalities or (and) signs, and may be accompanied by a decrease in serum testosterone levels. Menopause syndrome.

Basic Information

English name

male climacteric

Visiting department

Andrology

Common causes

Androgen deficiency

Common symptoms

Physical and energy decline, fatigue, loss of appetite, memory loss, irritability, irritability, etc.

Causes of menopause

It is now believed that androgen deficiency is the main cause of menopause syndrome. But it must be emphasized that the decline of male sex hormones is gradual and there are great individual differences. At the same time, the decline in sex hormones is not the only cause of menopause symptoms.

Specifically, menopause is caused by many factors. In addition to age factors, there are often the following situations: work and life stress; suffering from chronic diseases such as diabetes, depression, cardiovascular disease, etc .; have a bad lifestyle, such as smoking, alcoholism, etc .; poor living environment; Exercise; abdominal obesity, etc.

Menopause clinical manifestations

Generally speaking, most menopause begins after the age of 40-55, but there are also those who are as early as 35 or as late as 65 or even 70. However, not all men will have clinical symptoms after entering menopause. According to statistics, 30% to 40% of middle-aged and elderly men may have different degrees of menopause symptoms and signs. In other words, this transition period can be a normal aging process or a disease process accompanied by clinical symptoms. If the process of change appears relatively gentle and flat, there may be no clinical abnormalities.

Physical and physical symptoms

Physical and energy decline, easy fatigue, loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea, bone and joint pain, loss of muscle mass and strength, often feeling soft back waist, loss of sexual hair and abdominal obesity.

2. Psychological symptoms

Inattention, memory loss, irritability, irritability, suspiciousness or indifferent feelings, pessimism and disappointment, loss of enthusiasm for life.

3. Nervous system symptoms

May have difficulty breathing, local numbness, tingling sensation, coldness in the limbs, unresolved pain or ants feeling on the skin; autonomic dysfunction is mainly cardiovascular system symptoms, such as palpitations, discomfort in the precardiac area, blood pressure Fluctuations, dizziness, tinnitus, dark spots in front of the eyes, hot flashes, and sweating; Neurasthenia manifestations, such as insomnia, less sleep and dreams, awakening, forgetfulness, and slow response.

4. Decreased sexual function

Decreased libido, decreased sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, decreased orgasm and decreased libido, weak ejaculation and decreased semen volume.

Menopause diagnosis

It should be pointed out that there is currently no uniform standard for diagnosing "menopause syndrome". It is necessary to strictly grasp the diagnostic methods and avoid expanding or missing the diagnosis. The diagnosis of "menopause syndrome" at home and abroad uses laboratory tests, related symptom scores, and diagnostic treatments in combination, and the diagnostic diagnosis is based on the effectiveness of diagnostic treatments, which rely on clinical practice to verify the diagnosis.

Menopause treatment

Menopause syndrome is a dual issue related to the physical and mental health of middle-aged and elderly men. Active and personalized comprehensive treatment can greatly alleviate various problems caused by menopause in middle-aged and elderly people and improve their quality of life. It also has a very positive meaning. The treatment of menopause syndrome should follow the principle of individualization.

Regarding conditioning, we should take psychological adjustment as the mainstay, and coordinate with comprehensive nutrition, physical exercise, moderate sexual life, and drugs. Pay attention to a reasonable diet and balanced nutrition. To achieve a reasonable mix of coarse and fine, and vegetarian and staple food, you should eat more foods rich in protein, calcium and multivitamins, such as some coarse grains and fresh fruits and vegetables. Polysaccharide, salty, oily food. In cooking methods should be more cooking and less frying. Outdoor sports are indispensable. Adhere to proper exercise every day and pay attention to your ability.